Thursday, January 29, 2015

Week of January 26th, 2015

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." - William Butler Yeats

The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers. Students are not only reading for comprehension but for meaning and relevancy of the work as a whole. Literature is also an example of good writing. The writing improves when a student reads. Vocabulary also improves because the student is learning to read in context. We want successful students who can think critically and communicate effectively.    

Academic English 9: Students will be working on dissecting and analyzing vocabulary.  The goal is to make students aware of word choice and communication.  Learned vocabulary is to be used in order to communicate effectively.  Through dissection and analysis, the students learn grammar, word parts and origins, and vocabulary in context.  There will be a Vocabulary Unit 5 Test on Thursday, January 29th.  Students were given the opportunity to complete an extra credit assignment for the 2nd Marking Period last week.  The extra credit assignment will not be accepted past the beginning of class on February 6th, giving them 2 weeks for completion. If they have taken advantage of the extra credit assignment, then they have the requirements for the assignment.

Practical English  11: Students will be working on dissecting and analyzing vocabulary.  The goal is to make students aware of word choice and communication.  Learned vocabulary is to be used in order to communicate effectively.  Through dissection and analysis, the students learn grammar, word parts and origins, and vocabulary in context.  Being able to use a resource to its fullest capacity is also a skill that is necessary in life.  Definitions, word analysis, and sentences will be due on Friday, January 30th.  The students will then receive a worksheet on vocabulary in context to be completed by Monday, February 2nd.

Public Speaking:   In the beginning, students will be required to read, comprehend and take notes on the text, preparing them for the requirements of Public Speaking, which include the utilization of research skills that they will need for the semester.

Reading Assignment 1:  Chapter 1 due on 1/28
Reading Assignment 2:  Chapter 2 due on 2/2
Reading Assignment 3:  Chapter 3 due on 2/9